Where we go
Choose your Destin charter adventure
Every charter is private. Pick any mix of these.
Easy Pickup Spots
Two easy landings, minutes from the water. Park, walk down the dock, and step aboard — tap either spot for directions.
Crab Island Area Sandbars
Drop anchor near Crab Island's shallow sandbar for swimming, floating, paddle boarding, and hanging out with other boats in waist-deep, crystal-clear water.
Swim the Destin Jetties
Swim the jetties where the Gulf and bay meet — calm, clear water with rocks that attract colorful fish, crabs, and other marine life. Complimentary goggles are onboard.
Bay Cruising and Sightseeing
Glide through the bay and Destin Harbor for a relaxed cruise past HarborWalk Village, waterfront homes, quiet coves, and pods of dolphins that often swim alongside local boats.
Exploring the Gulf
On calm days, head just off the beach into the open Gulf for that big-water feel while still keeping the shoreline in view.
Artificial Reef Swimming
Swim an in-water artificial reef like Dolphin Reef in Miramar Beach, where you might spot schools of reef fish and other marine life in 12–20 feet of clear water.
We pick up at Fort Walton Landing and Cessna Landing — see the areas we serve from Destin and Okaloosa Island to 30A. Planning a Crab Island area charter or a family trip with kids?
Discover the Salty Crook
Monterey 295 Sport Yacht
The vessel
Comfort onboard
- Air-conditioned cabin
- Private enclosed restroom
- Comfortable seating and sun deck
- Bimini top for shade
- Bluetooth sound system
- Complimentary bottled water, sodas, and light snacks
- Refrigerator and galley access
Water amenities
- Paddle board
- 8′ Sunchill float
- Swim platform and ladder
- Swim goggles
- Swim floats
Step aboard the Salty Crook
Shaded cockpit
Meet your crew
Capt. Bret & Jennifer Crook
Capt. Bret Crook is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain who served as Police and Fire Chief in Woodway, Texas. A former Baylor football player, he brings decades of professional experience and a strong focus on guest safety to every charter.
Jennifer Crook is the First Mate and onboard assistant. She's a retired Assistant Superintendent and former teacher who makes sure the boat runs smoothly and guests have a comfortable, enjoyable experience.
- U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain
- Retired Police Chief — emergency-response trained
- CPR & first aid certified, full kit onboard
- USCG life jackets sized for every child aboard
- Private charters capped at 6 guests
- Weather and tides checked before every trip
From their boat days
What guests say
Guest experiences
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Photos from past charters
Water color and clarity naturally vary with tides, wind, weather, and the season—making every day on the water a little different.